A Statement Of The Facts And Circumstances Relative To The Operation Of The Pilot Laws Of U.S.: With Particular Reference To New York (1848)

""A Statement Of The Facts And Circumstances Relative To The Operation Of The Pilot Laws Of U.S.: With Particular Reference To New York"" is a historical book written by William Pennington and published in 1848. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the pilot laws of the United States, with a specific focus on the state of New York. The author discusses the history of pilot laws in the United States, the role of pilots in the shipping industry, and the importance of pilotage regulations in ensuring safety and efficiency in navigation. He also provides a detailed analysis of the pilot laws in New York, including their origins, the licensing process for pilots, and the regulations governing their conduct.Throughout the book, Pennington argues that the pilot laws in the United States, and particularly in New York, are overly restrictive and burdensome on the shipping industry. He cites numerous examples of inefficiencies and abuses in the system, including high fees for pilot services and corruption among pilot associations.Overall, ""A Statement Of The Facts And Circumstances Relative To The Operation Of The Pilot Laws Of U.S.: With Particular Reference To New York"" provides a valuable historical perspective on the development of pilot laws in the United States and their impact on the shipping industry. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of maritime law and regulation.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Pennington served in India, France, Belgium, Burma, Germany and England, he was demobbed in 1946. He was co-founder of the Victoria Branch of the Burma Star Association and started writing.